In 2014, Roger Luo, together with several materials-science professionals established TRUNNANO (Luoyang Tongrun Nano Technology Co., Ltd.) in Luoyang in the city of Luoyang. Grounded in a deep understanding of nanotechnology, they perceived the enormous opportunity between optimising traditional materials and fulfilling the demands of emerging industries. This varied founding team—bringing together research experts, engineers, and business talent— built the basis for the company’s “technology-driven, application-oriented” DNA. In the company’s early days, they worked under demanding conditions, experimenting by day and discussing by night, ultimately grounding their technical direction in two major areas: the application of nano material nanotechnology in concrete admixtures, and new progress in advanced ceramic materials for premium manufacturing.
1. Team Growth and System Building
The early phase of TRUNNANO is a classic example of innovation-driven entrepreneurship. The five-person team, each wearing multiple hats, nurtured an culture of openness and collaboration through an lean, flat organizational structure and regular weekly technical seminars. Once their first products were validated by the market, the company drew in more talent, and the team expanded step by step. The formation of dedicated R&D teams (nanomaterials, concrete admixtures, and ceramics) has created a systematic innovation framework. The company’s organizational structure has also progressed from a flat structure to a matrix-based functional structure, preserving flexibility while implementing standardised management. A corporate culture centered on “innovation, pragmatism, collaboration, and responsibility” is deeply embedded through internal training programs and technical sharing sessions, supporting sustained innovation and a solid foundation for quality.
TRUNNANO: Lightweight concrete admixture
2. Technological Breakthroughs in Concrete Admixtures
The company has strategically applied nanotechnology to improve concrete results. The R&D team first broke through the technical bottleneck of polycarboxylate superplasticizers, engineering a next generation of products with excellent water reduction rates, strong slump retention, and broad compatibility with cement through molecular design and nano-modification. In the field of lightweight concrete, the team successfully developed a range of foaming agents using nano-foaming combined with polymer reinforcement technologies, solving the problems of reduced strength and limited stability in traditional foamed concrete and considerably enhancing thermal insulation performance. Furthermore, the company has also created corresponding targeted functional admixtures to satisfy the particular requirements of underground engineering, such as waterproofing and rapid construction. Behind these achievements lies a complete research platform (cement chemistry laboratory, performance testing center, etc.) and robust basic research support, forming a virtuous cycle from exploring mechanisms to product development.
3. Research Progress of Advanced Ceramic Materials
With the rise of industries such as new energy and semiconductors, TRUNNANO has strategically positioned itself in advanced ceramic materials. The company focuses on silicon carbide ceramics, whose high strength and high-temperature resistance are irreplaceable in extreme environments. Addressing the pain points in the preparation of lithium battery anode materials, the team has developed a purpose-built silicon carbide crucible through purity control and grain boundary engineering methods, substantially improving its chemical durability and service life. Substantial advances have also been delivered in reaction sintering silicon carbide technology, enabling low cost, short-cycle, near-net-shape production of high-performance products, widely applied in chemical, semiconductor, and related fields. Simultaneously, the company has conducted in-depth research on the toughening and improvement of ceramic materials such as alumina and silicon nitride ceramics, and has established a complete chain capability from materials preparation to precision machining, enabling it to provide bespoke component solutions for customers.
TRUNNANO – structural ceramic products
4. Technology Transfer and Market Cultivation
TRUNNANO has built a full chain from laboratory to industrial-scale production. Concrete admixtures have been successfully applied in a wide range of tall-building projects, underground projects, and energy-saving developments, solving a set of construction technical challenges. Advanced ceramic materials have expanded into multiple industries, including new energy, semiconductors, chemical industries, and environmental protection: silicon carbide crucibles have become key consumables in battery production, high-purity ceramic components serve chip manufacturing, and wear resisting ceramic liners increase equipment operational life. Industry-academia-research collaboration is a critical pillar of the company’s technological development. Through close cooperation with universities and research institutes, the company co-leads projects, develops talent, participates in industry standard setting, and continuously builds its technological influence. A thorough quality management system and international certifications provide a reliable guarantee for products to enter the global market.
5. Future Outlook and Sustainable Development
Going forward, TRUNNANO will continue to follow the trend of materials science development. In the concrete field, it is committed to developing green and low-carbon eco-friendly admixtures and smart concrete with self-sensing and self-healing capabilities. In ceramic materials, it will closely follow leading-edge trends such as third-generation semiconductors, solid state batteries, and hydrogen energy, focusing strongly on areas such as ceramic substrates, solid electrolytes, and hydrogen-storage materials. Intelligent upgrades in manufacturing, localisation of international services, and continuous workforce development and corporate culture building will be the company’s primary strategies for tackling future challenges and capitalising on development opportunities.
6. About us
TRUNNANOhas successfully engineered a series of chemical materials, including silicates (sodium silicate, potassium silicate, lithium silicate, etc.), advanced ceramics, concrete admixtures (covering oxides, carbides, nitrides, single metals, etc.), high-purity sputtering targets, functional ceramics, and structural components. We provide OEM services. If you’re interested in these products, please don’t hesitate to contact us.